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diet induced thermogenesis

Definition

Target type: biologicalprocess

The process that results in increased metabolic rate in tissues of an organism. It is triggered by the detection of dietary excess. This process is achieved via signaling in the sympathetic nervous system. [PMID:12161655]

Diet-induced thermogenesis (DIT) is the increase in metabolic rate that occurs after consuming food. It is a key component of energy expenditure and plays a crucial role in regulating body weight. DIT involves the breakdown of macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, and fats) and their subsequent metabolism, which generates heat as a byproduct. The process is initiated by the ingestion of food, which triggers various physiological and hormonal changes.

The digestive process itself requires energy, contributing to DIT. As food travels through the digestive tract, enzymes and muscles involved in digestion expend energy. Furthermore, the absorption of nutrients, particularly carbohydrates and proteins, stimulates the release of hormones like insulin, glucagon, and catecholamines. These hormones influence various metabolic pathways, including the synthesis of glycogen, the breakdown of glucose, and the oxidation of fat.

The breakdown of food molecules, such as glucose and fatty acids, within cells generates heat through processes like oxidative phosphorylation and the uncoupling of electron transport chains. This heat production contributes to the increase in overall metabolic rate observed during DIT.

The magnitude of DIT varies depending on factors such as the type and quantity of food consumed, individual metabolism, and hormonal status. For instance, protein-rich meals tend to elicit a higher DIT than carbohydrate-rich meals. This is attributed to the greater energy required for protein synthesis and turnover.

DIT plays an important role in weight management and overall health. A higher DIT can help to prevent weight gain by increasing energy expenditure. Conversely, a lower DIT may contribute to weight gain. Factors that can influence DIT include age, gender, physical activity level, genetics, and lifestyle habits.

While DIT is a significant factor in energy balance, it is not the sole determinant of weight control. Other factors, such as dietary intake, physical activity, and sleep quality, also play important roles. However, understanding the mechanisms of DIT can provide valuable insights into optimizing energy expenditure and achieving a healthy weight.'
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Proteins (6)

ProteinDefinitionTaxonomy
Transient receptor potential cation channel subfamily V member 4A transient receptor potential cation channel TRPV4 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:CNA, UniProtKB:Q9HBA0]Homo sapiens (human)
Transient receptor potential cation channel subfamily V member 1A transient receptor potential cation channel TRPV1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:CNA, UniProtKB:Q8NER1]Homo sapiens (human)
Melanocortin receptor 4A melanocortin receptor 4 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:WCB, UniProtKB:P32245]Homo sapiens (human)
Beta-3 adrenergic receptorA beta-3 adrenergic receptor that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:WCB, UniProtKB:P13945]Homo sapiens (human)
Beta-1 adrenergic receptorA beta-1 adrenergic receptor that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:WCB, UniProtKB:P08588]Homo sapiens (human)
Beta-2 adrenergic receptorA beta-2 adrenergic receptor that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:WCB, UniProtKB:P07550]Homo sapiens (human)

Compounds (234)

CompoundDefinitionClassesRoles
1-(2-methoxyphenyl)piperazine1-(2-methoxyphenyl)piperazine: RN given refers to parent cpdpiperazines
1-(3-chlorophenyl)piperazine1-(3-chlorophenyl)piperazine : A N-arylpiperazine that is piperazine carrying a 3-chlorophenyl substituent at position 1. It is a metabolite of the antidepressant drug trazodone.

1-(3-chlorophenyl)piperazine: supposed metabolite of TRAZODONE; RN given refers to parent cpd; structure
monochlorobenzenes;
N-arylpiperazine
drug metabolite;
environmental contaminant;
serotonergic agonist;
xenobiotic
2-aminoethoxydiphenyl borate2-aminoethoxydiphenyl borate: is a novel membrane-penetrable modulator and transient receptor potential channel blocker; structure in first source; do not confuse with 2-APB cpd

2-aminoethoxydiphenylborane : An organoboron compound that is diphenylborane in which the borane hydrogen is replaced by a 2-aminoethoxy group.
organoboron compound;
primary amino compound
calcium channel blocker;
IP3 receptor antagonist;
potassium channel opener
4-nonylphenol4-nonylphenol : A member of the class of phenols that is phenol which is para-substituted with a nonyl group.

4-nonylphenol: structure in first source; see also record for nonylphenol
phenolsenvironmental contaminant
acebutololacebutolol : An ether that is the 2-acetyl-4-(butanoylamino)phenyl ether of the primary hydroxy group of 3-(propan-2-ylamino)propane-1,2-diol.

Acebutolol: A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic antagonist with little effect on the bronchial receptors. The drug has stabilizing and quinidine-like effects on cardiac rhythm, as well as weak inherent sympathomimetic action.
aromatic amide;
ethanolamines;
ether;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
propanolamine;
secondary amino compound
anti-arrhythmia drug;
antihypertensive agent;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
sympathomimetic agent
albuterolalbuterol : A member of the class of phenylethanolamines that is 4-(2-amino-1-hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)phenol having a tert-butyl group attached to the nirogen atom. It acts as a beta-adrenergic agonist used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Albuterol: A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol.
phenols;
phenylethanolamines;
secondary amino compound
beta-adrenergic agonist;
bronchodilator agent;
environmental contaminant;
xenobiotic
alprenololalprenolol : A secondary alcohol that is propan-2-ol substituted by a 2-allylphenoxy group at position 1 and an isopropylamino group at position 3. It is a beta-adrenergic antagonist used as a antihypertensive, anti-arrhythmia and a sympatholytic agent.

Alprenolol: One of the ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONISTS used as an antihypertensive, anti-anginal, and anti-arrhythmic agent.
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
anti-arrhythmia drug;
antihypertensive agent;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
sympatholytic agent
amiodaroneamiodarone : A member of the class of 1-benzofurans that is 1-benzofuran substituted by a butyl group at position 2 and a 4-[2-(diethylamino)ethoxy]-3,5-diiodobenzoyl group at position 3. It is a cardiovascular drug used for the treatment of cardiac dysrhythmias.

Amiodarone: An antianginal and class III antiarrhythmic drug. It increases the duration of ventricular and atrial muscle action by inhibiting POTASSIUM CHANNELS and VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS. There is a resulting decrease in heart rate and in vascular resistance.
1-benzofurans;
aromatic ketone;
organoiodine compound;
tertiary amino compound
cardiovascular drug
astemizoleastemizole : A piperidine compound having a 2-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethyl group at the 1-position and an N-[(4-fluorobenzyl)benzimidazol-2-yl]amino group at the 4-position.

Astemizole: Antihistamine drug now withdrawn from the market in many countries because of rare but potentially fatal side effects.
benzimidazoles;
piperidines
anti-allergic agent;
anticoronaviral agent;
H1-receptor antagonist
atenololatenolol : An ethanolamine compound having a (4-carbamoylmethylphenoxy)methyl group at the 1-position and an N-isopropyl substituent.

Atenolol: A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, but without a negative inotropic effect.
ethanolamines;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
propanolamine
anti-arrhythmia drug;
antihypertensive agent;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
environmental contaminant;
sympatholytic agent;
xenobiotic
benzyl isothiocyanatebenzyl isothiocyanate: inhibits carcinogen-induced neoplasia; structure in Negwer, 5th ed, #715; also promotes urinary bladder carcinomabenzenes;
isothiocyanate
antibacterial drug
betaxololpropanolamineantihypertensive agent;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
sympatholytic agent
bisoprololBisoprolol: A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker. It is effective in the management of HYPERTENSION and ANGINA PECTORIS.secondary alcohol;
secondary amine
anti-arrhythmia drug;
antihypertensive agent;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
sympatholytic agent
bupranololBupranolol: An adrenergic-beta-2 antagonist that has been used for cardiac arrhythmia, angina pectoris, hypertension, glaucoma, and as an antithrombotic.aromatic ether
candesartancandesartan : A benzimidazolecarboxylic acid that is 1H-benzimidazole-7-carboxylic acid substituted by an ethoxy group at position 2 and a ({2'-(1H-tetrazol-5-yl)[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl}methyl) group at position 1. It is a angiotensin receptor antagonist used for the treatment of hypertension.

candesartan: a nonpeptide angiotensin II receptor antagonist
benzimidazolecarboxylic acid;
biphenylyltetrazole
angiotensin receptor antagonist;
antihypertensive agent;
environmental contaminant;
xenobiotic
cannabinolCannabinol: A physiologically inactive constituent of Cannabis sativa L.dibenzopyran
carteololCarteolol: A beta-adrenergic antagonist used as an anti-arrhythmia agent, an anti-angina agent, an antihypertensive agent, and an antiglaucoma agent.quinolone;
secondary alcohol
anti-arrhythmia drug;
antiglaucoma drug;
antihypertensive agent;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
sympatholytic agent
carvedilolcarbazoles;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
alpha-adrenergic antagonist;
antihypertensive agent;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
cardiovascular drug;
vasodilator agent
celecoxiborganofluorine compound;
pyrazoles;
sulfonamide;
toluenes
cyclooxygenase 2 inhibitor;
geroprotector;
non-narcotic analgesic;
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
cgp 20712aimidazoles
cgp 12177CGP 12177 : A benzimidazole that is benzimidazol-2-one substituted at position 4 by a 3-(tert-butylamino)-2-hydroxypropoxy group.aromatic ether;
benzimidazoles;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
beta-adrenergic antagonist
chlorpromazinechlorpromazine : A substituted phenothiazine in which the ring nitrogen at position 10 is attached to C-3 of an N,N-dimethylpropanamine moiety.

Chlorpromazine: The prototypical phenothiazine antipsychotic drug. Like the other drugs in this class chlorpromazine's antipsychotic actions are thought to be due to long-term adaptation by the brain to blocking DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. Chlorpromazine has several other actions and therapeutic uses, including as an antiemetic and in the treatment of intractable hiccup.
organochlorine compound;
phenothiazines;
tertiary amine
anticoronaviral agent;
antiemetic;
dopaminergic antagonist;
EC 3.4.21.26 (prolyl oligopeptidase) inhibitor;
phenothiazine antipsychotic drug
ciglitazoneciglitazone : An aromatic ether that consists of 1,3-thiazolidine-2,4-dione with position 5 substituted by a 4-[(1-methylcyclohexyl)methoxy]benzyl group. A selective PPARgamma agonist.

ciglitazone: structure given in second source; PPAR agonist used for type II diabetes
aromatic ether;
thiazolidinone
antineoplastic agent;
insulin-sensitizing drug
cimaterolbenzenes;
nitrile
cisapridecisapride : The amide resulting from formal condensation of 4-amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid with cis-1-[3-(4-fluorophenoxy)propyl]-3-methoxypiperidin-4-amine. It has been used (as its monohydrate or as its tartrate) for the treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and for non-ulcer dyspepsia, but its propensity to cause cardiac arrhythmias resulted in its complete withdrawal from many countries, including the U.K., and restrictions on its use elsewhere.

Cisapride: A substituted benzamide used for its prokinetic properties. It is used in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease, functional dyspepsia, and other disorders associated with impaired gastrointestinal motility. (Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 31st ed)
benzamides
clenbuterolclenbuterol : A substituted aniline that is 2,6-dichloroaniline in which the hydrogen at position 4 has been replaced by a 2-(tert-butylamino)-1-hydroxyethyl group.

Clenbuterol: A substituted phenylaminoethanol that has beta-2 adrenomimetic properties at very low doses. It is used as a bronchodilator in asthma.
amino alcohol;
dichlorobenzene;
ethanolamines;
primary arylamine;
secondary amino compound;
substituted aniline
beta-adrenergic agonist;
bronchodilator agent;
sympathomimetic agent
clorprenaline1-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-isopropylaminoethanol : A member of the class of monochlorobenzenes that is chlorobenzene which is substituted by a 1-hydroxy-2-[(propan-2-yl)amino]ethyl group at position 2.

clorprenaline : A racemate comprise of equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-clorprenaline. It is a beta2-adrenergic receptor agonist and a bronchodilator.
ethanolamines;
monochlorobenzenes;
secondary amino compound
clotrimazoleconazole antifungal drug;
imidazole antifungal drug;
imidazoles;
monochlorobenzenes
antiinfective agent;
environmental contaminant;
xenobiotic
doxazosindoxazosin : A member of the class of quinazolines that is quinazoline substituted by an amino group at position 4, methoxy groups at positions 6 and 7 and a piperazin-1-yl group at position 2 which in turn is substituted by a 2,3-dihydro-1,4-benzodioxin-2-ylcarbonyl group at position 4. An antihypertensive agent, it is used in the treatment of high blood pressure.

Doxazosin: A prazosin-related compound that is a selective alpha-1-adrenergic blocker.
aromatic amine;
benzodioxine;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
N-acylpiperazine;
N-arylpiperazine;
quinazolines
alpha-adrenergic antagonist;
antihyperplasia drug;
antihypertensive agent;
antineoplastic agent;
vasodilator agent
ebastineorganic molecular entity
econazole1-{2-(4-chlorobenzyloxy)-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)ethyl}imidazole : A member of the class of imidazoles that is 1-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(imidazol-1-yl)ethanol in which the hydroxyl hydrogen is replaced by a 4-chlorobenzyl group.

econazole : A racemate composed of equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-econazole. Used (as its nitrate salt) to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm and other fungal skin infections.

Econazole: An imidazole derivative that is commonly used as a topical antifungal agent.
dichlorobenzene;
ether;
imidazoles;
monochlorobenzenes
fenofibratePharmavit: a polyvitamin product, comprising vitamins A, D2, B1, B2, B6, C, E, nicotinamide, & calcium pantothene; may be a promising agent for application to human populations exposed to carcinogenic and genetic hazards of ionizing radiation; RN from CHEMLINEaromatic ether;
chlorobenzophenone;
isopropyl ester;
monochlorobenzenes
antilipemic drug;
environmental contaminant;
geroprotector;
xenobiotic
berotekfenoterol : A member of the class resorcinols that is 5-(1-hydroxyethyl)benzene-1,3-diol in which one of the methyl hydrogens is replaced by a 1-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propan-2-amino group. A beta2-adrenergic agonist, it is used (as the hydrobromide salt) as a bronchodilator in the management of reversible airway obstruction.

Fenoterol: A synthetic adrenergic beta-2 agonist that is used as a bronchodilator and tocolytic.
resorcinols;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
beta-adrenergic agonist;
bronchodilator agent;
sympathomimetic agent;
tocolytic agent
fluphenazineN-alkylpiperazine;
organofluorine compound;
phenothiazines
anticoronaviral agent;
dopaminergic antagonist;
phenothiazine antipsychotic drug
formoterol fumarateN-[2-hydroxy-5-(1-hydroxy-2-{[1-(4-methoxyphenyl)propan-2-yl]amino}ethyl)phenyl]formamide : A phenylethanoloamine having 4-hydroxy and 3-formamido substituents on the phenyl ring and an N-(4-methoxyphenyl)propan-2-yl substituent.formamides;
phenols;
phenylethanolamines;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
ici 118551indanes
isoetharineIsoetharine: Adrenergic beta-2 agonist used as bronchodilator for emphysema, bronchitis and asthma.catecholamine
isoproterenolisoprenaline : A secondary amino compound that is noradrenaline in which one of the hydrogens attached to the nitrogen is replaced by an isopropyl group. A sympathomimetic acting almost exclusively on beta-adrenergic receptors, it is used (mainly as the hydrochloride salt) as a bronghodilator and heart stimulant for the management of a variety of cardiac disorders.

Isoproterenol: Isopropyl analog of EPINEPHRINE; beta-sympathomimetic that acts on the heart, bronchi, skeletal muscle, alimentary tract, etc. It is used mainly as bronchodilator and heart stimulant.
catechols;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
beta-adrenergic agonist;
bronchodilator agent;
cardiotonic drug;
sympathomimetic agent
labetalol2-hydroxy-5-{1-hydroxy-2-[(4-phenylbutan-2-yl)amino]ethyl}benzamide : A member of the class of benzamides that is benzamide substituted by a hydroxy group at position 2 and by a 1-hydroxy-2-[(4-phenylbutan-2-yl)amino]ethyl group at position 5.

labetalol : A diastereoisomeric mixture of approximately equal amounts of all four possible stereoisomers ((R,S)-labetolol, (S,R)-labetolol, (S,S)-labetalol and (R,R)-labetalol). It is an adrenergic antagonist used to treat high blood pressure.

Labetalol: A salicylamide derivative that is a non-cardioselective blocker of BETA-ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and ALPHA-1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS.
benzamides;
benzenes;
phenols;
primary carboxamide;
salicylamides;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
loperamideloperamide : A synthetic piperidine derivative, effective against diarrhoea resulting from gastroenteritis or inflammatory bowel disease.

Loperamide: One of the long-acting synthetic ANTIDIARRHEALS; it is not significantly absorbed from the gut, and has no effect on the adrenergic system or central nervous system, but may antagonize histamine and interfere with acetylcholine release locally.
monocarboxylic acid amide;
monochlorobenzenes;
piperidines;
tertiary alcohol
anticoronaviral agent;
antidiarrhoeal drug;
mu-opioid receptor agonist
metaproterenol5-[1-hydroxy-2-(isopropanylamino)ethyl]benzene-1,3-diol : A member of the class of resorcinols bearing an additional 1-hydroxy-2-(isopropanylamino)ethyl substituent at position 5 of resorcinol itself.

Metaproterenol: A beta-2 adrenergic agonist used in the treatment of ASTHMA and BRONCHIAL SPASM.

orciprenaline : A racemate composed of equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-orciprenaline. Used (as its sulfate salt) to relax the airway muscles and improve breathing for patients suffering from asthma or bronchitis.
aralkylamino compound;
phenylethanolamines;
resorcinols;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
metoprololmetoprolol : A propanolamine that is 1-(propan-2-ylamino)propan-2-ol substituted by a 4-(2-methoxyethyl)phenoxy group at position 1.

Metoprolol: A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.
aromatic ether;
propanolamine;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
antihypertensive agent;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
environmental contaminant;
geroprotector;
xenobiotic
miconazole1-[2-(2,4-dichlorobenzyloxy)-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)ethyl]imidazole : A member of the class of imidazoles that is 1-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(imidazol-1-yl)ethanol in which the hydroxyl hydrogen is replaced by a 2,4-dichlorobenzyl group.

miconazole : A racemate composed of equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-miconazole. Used (as its nitrate salt) to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm and other fungal skin infections. It inhibits the synthesis of ergosterol, a critical component of fungal cell membranes.

Miconazole: An imidazole antifungal agent that is used topically and by intravenous infusion.
dichlorobenzene;
ether;
imidazoles
nadololtetralins
palmidrolpalmidrol: a cannabinoid receptor-inactive eCB-related molecule used as prophylactic in helping to prevent respiratory viral infection

palmitoyl ethanolamide : An N-(long-chain-acyl)ethanolamine that is the ethanolamide of palmitic (hexadecanoic) acid.
endocannabinoid;
N-(long-chain-acyl)ethanolamine;
N-(saturated fatty acyl)ethanolamine
anti-inflammatory drug;
anticonvulsant;
antihypertensive agent;
neuroprotective agent
pindololpindolol : A member of the class of indols which is the 2-hydroxy-3-(isopropylamino)propyl ether derivative of 1H-indol-4-ol.

Pindolol: A moderately lipophilic beta blocker (ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONISTS). It is non-cardioselective and has intrinsic sympathomimetic actions, but little membrane-stabilizing activity. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmocopoeia, 30th ed, p638)
indoles;
secondary amine
antiglaucoma drug;
antihypertensive agent;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
serotonergic antagonist;
vasodilator agent
practololpractolol : N-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide in which the hydrogen of the phenolic hydroxy group is substituted by a 3-(isopropylaminoamino)-2-hydroxypropyl group. A selective beta blocker, it has been used in the emergency treatment of cardiac arrhythmias.

Practolol: A beta-1 adrenergic antagonist that has been used in the emergency treatment of CARDIAC ARRYTHMIAS.
acetamides;
ethanolamines;
propanolamine;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
anti-arrhythmia drug;
beta-adrenergic antagonist
procaterolProcaterol: A long-acting beta-2-adrenergic receptor agonist.quinolines
pronethalolpronethalol: was heading 1964-94 (Prov 1964-66); NAPHTHYLISOPROTERENOL was see PRONETHALOL 1977-94; use ETHANOLAMINES to search PRONETHALOL 1966-94naphthalenes
propafenonepropafenone : An aromatic ketone that is 3-(propylamino)propane-1,2-diol in which the hydrogen of the primary hydroxy group is replaced by a 2-(3-phenylpropanoyl)phenyl group. It is a class 1C antiarrhythmic drug with local anesthetic effects, and is used as the hydrochloride salt in the management of supraventricular and ventricular arrhythmias.

Propafenone: An antiarrhythmia agent that is particularly effective in ventricular arrhythmias. It also has weak beta-blocking activity.
aromatic ketone;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
anti-arrhythmia drug
propranololpropranolol : A propanolamine that is propan-2-ol substituted by a propan-2-ylamino group at position 1 and a naphthalen-1-yloxy group at position 3.

Propranolol: A widely used non-cardioselective beta-adrenergic antagonist. Propranolol has been used for MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; ARRHYTHMIA; ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; HYPERTHYROIDISM; MIGRAINE; PHEOCHROMOCYTOMA; and ANXIETY but adverse effects instigate replacement by newer drugs.
naphthalenes;
propanolamine;
secondary amine
anti-arrhythmia drug;
antihypertensive agent;
anxiolytic drug;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
environmental contaminant;
human blood serum metabolite;
vasodilator agent;
xenobiotic
quipazineQuipazine: A pharmacologic congener of serotonin that contracts smooth muscle and has actions similar to those of tricyclic antidepressants. It has been proposed as an oxytocic.piperazines;
pyridines
salmeterol xinafoate2-(hydroxymethyl)-4-(1-hydroxy-2-{[6-(4-phenylbutoxy)hexyl]amino}ethyl)phenol : A phenol having a hydroxymethyl group at C-2 and a 1-hydroxy-2-{[6-(4-phenylbutoxy)hexyl]amino}ethyl group at C-4; derivative of phenylethanolamine.

salmeterol : A racemate consisting of equal parts of (R)- and (S)-salmeterol. It is a potent and selective beta2-adrenoceptor agonist (EC50 = 5.3 nM). Unlike other beta2 agonists, it binds to the exo-site domain of beta2 receptors, producing a slow onset of action and prolonged activation.
ether;
phenols;
primary alcohol;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
dpi 201-106DPI 201-106: structure given in first sourcediarylmethane
sotalolsotalol : A sulfonamide that is N-phenylmethanesulfonamide in which the phenyl group is substituted at position 4 by a 1-hydroxy-2-(isopropylamino)ethyl group. It has both beta-adrenoreceptor blocking (Vaughan Williams Class II) and cardiac action potential duration prolongation (Vaughan Williams Class III) antiarrhythmic properties. It is used (usually as the hydrochloride salt) for the management of ventricular and supraventricular arrhythmias.

Sotalol: An adrenergic beta-antagonist that is used in the treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias.
ethanolamines;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound;
sulfonamide
anti-arrhythmia drug;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
environmental contaminant;
xenobiotic
terbutalineterbutaline : A member of the class of phenylethanolamines that is catechol substituted at position 5 by a 2-(tert-butylamino)-1-hydroxyethyl group.

Terbutaline: A selective beta-2 adrenergic agonist used as a bronchodilator and tocolytic.
phenylethanolamines;
resorcinols
anti-asthmatic drug;
beta-adrenergic agonist;
bronchodilator agent;
EC 3.1.1.7 (acetylcholinesterase) inhibitor;
hypoglycemic agent;
sympathomimetic agent;
tocolytic agent
lysergic acid diethylamidelysergic acid diethylamide : An ergoline alkaloid arising from formal condensation of lysergic acid with diethylamine.

Lysergic Acid Diethylamide: Semisynthetic derivative of ergot (Claviceps purpurea). It has complex effects on serotonergic systems including antagonism at some peripheral serotonin receptors, both agonist and antagonist actions at central nervous system serotonin receptors, and possibly effects on serotonin turnover. It is a potent hallucinogen, but the mechanisms of that effect are not well understood.
ergoline alkaloid;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
organic heterotetracyclic compound
dopamine agonist;
hallucinogen;
serotonergic agonist
isoproterenol hydrochloridecatechols
allyl isothiocyanateallyl isothiocyanate : An isothiocyanate with the formula CH2=CHCH2N=C=S. A colorless oil with boiling point 152degreeC, it is responsible for the pungent taste of mustard, horseradish, and wasabi.

allyl isothiocyanate: used in the manufacture of flavors, war gases; medical use as a counterirritant; structure
alkenyl isothiocyanate;
isothiocyanate
antimicrobial agent;
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
lachrymator;
metabolite
phenylephrinephenylephrine : A member of the class of the class of phenylethanolamines that is (1R)-2-(methylamino)-1-phenylethan-1-ol carrying an additional hydroxy substituent at position 3 on the phenyl ring.

Phenylephrine: An alpha-1 adrenergic agonist used as a mydriatic, nasal decongestant, and cardiotonic agent.
phenols;
phenylethanolamines;
secondary amino compound
alpha-adrenergic agonist;
cardiotonic drug;
mydriatic agent;
nasal decongestant;
protective agent;
sympathomimetic agent;
vasoconstrictor agent
phenylpiperazinephenylpiperazine: RN given refers to parent cpd
ergotamineergotamine : A peptide ergot alkaloid that is dihydroergotamine in which a double bond replaces the single bond between positions 9 and 10.

Ergotamine: A vasoconstrictor found in ergot of Central Europe. It is a serotonin agonist that has been used as an oxytocic agent and in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS.
peptide ergot alkaloidalpha-adrenergic agonist;
mycotoxin;
non-narcotic analgesic;
oxytocic;
serotonergic agonist;
vasoconstrictor agent
sterogenolcetylpyridinium bromide : A pyridinium salt that has N-hexadecylpyridinium as the cation and bromide as the anion.

hexadecylpyridinium bromide: structure in first source
bromide salt;
pyridinium salt
antiseptic drug;
EC 2.7.11.18 (myosin-light-chain kinase) inhibitor;
surfactant
citronellolcitronellol : A monoterpenoid that is oct-6-ene substituted by a hydroxy group at position 1 and methyl groups at positions 3 and 7.

citronellol: alcohol form of citronellal; found in rose oil; RN given refers to parent cpd without isomeric designation; structure

insect repellent : An insecticide that acts as a repellent to insects.
monoterpenoidplant metabolite
citronellyl acetatecitronellol acetate : A monoterpenoid that is the acetate ester of citronellol. It has been isolated from Citrus hystrix.

citronellyl acetate: RN given refers to cpd without isomeric designation
acetate ester;
monoterpenoid
plant metabolite
indopanalpha-methyltryptamine : A tryptamine derivative having a methyl substituent at the alpha-position.

indopan: RN given refers to parent cpd without isomeric designation
tryptamines
n-methyllaurotetanineN-methyllaurotetanine: structure in first source
phenethyl isothiocyanatephenethyl isothiocyanate : An isothiocyanate having a phenethyl group attached to the nitrogen. It is a naturally occurring compound found in some cruciferous vegetables (e.g. watercress) and is known to possess anticancer properties.

phenethyl isothiocyanate: a dietary liver aldehyde dehydrogenase inhibitor; promotes urinary bladder carcinoma
isothiocyanateantineoplastic agent;
EC 1.2.1.3 [aldehyde dehydrogenase (NAD(+))] inhibitor;
metabolite
dexpropranololpropranolol
soterenolsoterenol: adrenergic beta-2 agonist used as bronchodilator; it has a number of gastrointestinal side effects; minor descriptor (75-86); on-line & INDEX MEDICUS search ETHANOLAMINES (75-86); RN given refers to parent cpd without isomeric designation
danazolDanazol: A synthetic steroid with antigonadotropic and anti-estrogenic activities that acts as an anterior pituitary suppressant by inhibiting the pituitary output of gonadotropins. It possesses some androgenic properties. Danazol has been used in the treatment of endometriosis and some benign breast disorders.17beta-hydroxy steroid;
terminal acetylenic compound
anti-estrogen;
estrogen antagonist;
geroprotector
lisurideLisuride: An ergot derivative that acts as an agonist at dopamine D2 receptors (DOPAMINE AGONISTS). It may also act as an antagonist at dopamine D1 receptors, and as an agonist at some serotonin receptors (SEROTONIN RECEPTOR AGONISTS).monocarboxylic acid amideantidyskinesia agent;
antiparkinson drug;
dopamine agonist;
serotonergic agonist
cannabichromene1-benzopyran
bromocriptineBromocriptine: A semisynthetic ergotamine alkaloid that is a dopamine D2 agonist. It suppresses prolactin secretion.indole alkaloidantidyskinesia agent;
antiparkinson drug;
dopamine agonist;
hormone antagonist
1-(3-chloro-5-benzo[b][1]benzoxepinyl)-4-methylpiperazineN-alkylpiperazine;
organic heterotricyclic compound
timolol(S)-timolol (anhydrous) : The (S)-(-) (more active) enantiomer of timolol. A beta-adrenergic antagonist, both the hemihydrate and the maleate salt are used in the mangement of glaucoma, hypertension, angina pectoris and myocardial infarction, and for the prevention of migraine.timololanti-arrhythmia drug;
antiglaucoma drug;
antihypertensive agent;
beta-adrenergic antagonist
penfluridolPenfluridol: One of the long-acting ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENTS used for maintenance or long-term therapy of SCHIZOPHRENIA and other PSYCHOTIC DISORDERS.diarylmethane
dobutaminedobutamine : A catecholamine that is 4-(3-aminobutyl)phenol in which one of the hydrogens attached to the nitrogen is substituted by a 2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)ethyl group. A beta1-adrenergic receptor agonist that has cardiac stimulant action without evoking vasoconstriction or tachycardia, it is used as the hydrochloride to increase the contractility of the heart in the management of acute heart failure.

Dobutamine: A catecholamine derivative with specificity for BETA-1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It is commonly used as a cardiotonic agent after CARDIAC SURGERY and during DOBUTAMINE STRESS ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY.
catecholamine;
secondary amine
beta-adrenergic agonist;
cardiotonic drug;
sympathomimetic agent
zinterol
sq-11725nadolol : Nadolol is a diastereoisomeric mixture consisting of equimolar amounts of the four possible 2,3-cis-isomers of 5-[3-(tert-butylamino)-2-hydroxypropoxy]-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene-2,3-diol.

Nadolol: A non-selective beta-adrenergic antagonist with a long half-life, used in cardiovascular disease to treat arrhythmias, angina pectoris, and hypertension. Nadolol is also used for MIGRAINE DISORDERS and for tremor.
levobunolollevobunolol : A cyclic ketone that is 3,4-dihydronaphthalen-1-one substituted at position 5 by a 3-(tert-butylamino)-2-hydroxypropoxy group (the S-enantiomer). A non-selective beta-adrenergic antagonist used (as its hydrochloride salt) for treatment of glaucoma.

Levobunolol: The L-Isomer of bunolol.
aromatic ether;
cyclic ketone;
propanolamine
antiglaucoma drug;
beta-adrenergic antagonist
bopindolol1-(tert-butylamino)-3-[(2-methyl-1H-indol-4-yl)oxy]propan-2-yl benzoate : A methylindole that is 2-methyl-1H-indol-4-ol in which the hydrogen of the hydroxy group is replaced by a 2-(benzoyloxy)-3-(tert-butylamino)propyl group.

bopindolol : A racemate comprising of equal amounts of (R)-bopindolol and (S)-bopindolol. It is a non-selective antagonist of beta1- and beta2-adrenoceptors and a prodrug in which the ester group is hydrolysed to form the corresponding hydroxy derivative.

bopindolol: RN given refers to cpd without isomeric designation
aromatic ether;
benzoate ester;
methylindole;
secondary amino compound
quinpirolequinpirole : A pyrazoloquinoline that is (4aR,8aR)-4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a,9-octahydro-1H-pyrazolo[3,4-g]quinoline substituted by a propyl group at position 5. It acts as a dopamine agonist.

Quinpirole: A dopamine D2/D3 receptor agonist.
pyrazoloquinolinedopamine agonist
flestololflestolol: short-acting beta blockader
ractopamine4-(1-hydroxy-2-{[4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-yl]amino}ethyl)phenol : A secondary amino compound that is 4-(2-amino-1-hydroxyethyl)phenol in which one of the hydrogens attached to the nitrogen is replaced by a 4-(p-hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-yl group.

ractopamine : A diastereoisomeric mixture of approximately equal amounts of all four possible diastereoisomers of 4-(1-hydroxy-2-{[4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-yl]amino}ethyl)phenol. A beta-adrenergic agonist, it is used (generally as the hydrochloride salt) as a feed additive for use in pigs and other livestock to promote protein deposition, resulting in leaner meat. The R,R diastereoisomer, butopamine, is responsible for most of the leanness-enhancing effects. While use of ractopamine has been banned in over 120 countries including throughout the EU, in the US it used in an estimated 80% of all beef, pork and turkey production.

ractopamine: veterinary growth stimulant
benzyl alcohols;
polyphenol;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
sematilidesematilide: RN refers to HCl; structure given in first source
esmololesmolol : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-esmolol. A cardioselective and short-acting beta1 receptor blocker with rapid onset but lacking intrinsic sympathomimetic and membrane-stabilising properties, it is used as the hydrochloride salt in the management of supraventricular arrhythmias, and for the control of hypertension and tachycardia during surgery. While the S enantiomer possesses all of the heart rate control, both enantiomers contribute to lowering blood pressure.

methyl 3-{4-[2-hydroxy-3-(propan-2-ylamino)propoxy]phenyl}propanoate : A methyl ester that is methyl 3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propanoate in which the hydrogen attached to the phenolic hydroxy group is substituted by a 2-hydroxy-3-(isopropylamino)propyl group.
aromatic ether;
ethanolamines;
methyl ester;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
(S)-betaxolol(S)-betaxolol : The (S)-enantiomer of betaxolol.betaxolol
propranolol hydrochlorideInderex: combination of above cpds; used in treatment of hypertensionhydrochloride
carmoterolcarmoterol: CHF4226.01 and CHF4232.01 are diastereoisomers; structure in first source
nelfinavirnelfinavir : An aryl sulfide that is used (as its mesylate salt) for treatment of HIV and also exhibits some anticancer properties.

Nelfinavir: A potent HIV protease inhibitor. It is used in combination with other antiviral drugs in the treatment of HIV in both adults and children.
aryl sulfide;
benzamides;
organic heterobicyclic compound;
phenols;
secondary alcohol;
tertiary amino compound
antineoplastic agent;
HIV protease inhibitor
allicinbotanical anti-fungal agent;
sulfoxide
antibacterial agent
eltoprazineeltoprazine: RN given refers to parent cpd; suppresses hyperpolarizing responses to serotonin in rat hippocampus
sotalol hydrochloridesotalol hydrochloride : A hydrochloride salt that is the monohydrochloride of sotalol. It has both beta-adrenoreceptor blocking (Vaughan Williams Class II) and cardiac action potential duration prolongation (Vaughan Williams Class III) antiarrhythmic properties. It is used (usually as the hydrochloride salt) for the management of ventricular and supraventricular arrhythmias.hydrochlorideanti-arrhythmia drug;
beta-adrenergic antagonist
talinololureas
1-(4-pyridyl)piperazine1-(4-pyridyl)piperazine: structure in first source
labetalol hydrochloridesalicylamides
carazololcarazolol: RN given refers to parent cpd without isomeric designation; structurecarbazoles
voacaminealkaloid ester;
methyl ester;
monoterpenoid indole alkaloid;
organic heteropentacyclic compound;
tertiary amino compound
angiogenesis inhibitor;
antineoplastic agent;
plant metabolite
1-(4-nitrophenyl)piperazine1-(4-nitrophenyl)piperazine: structure in first source
melanotan-iimelanotan-II: synthetic cyclic heptapeptide, an analog of alpha-melanotropin (4,10); capable of stimulating melanin synthesis & promoting rapid tanning of skin; currently in trials for use in the prevention of sunlight-induced skin cancerorganic molecular entity
(6ar-trans)-isomer of tetrahydrocannabivarin 9
1-(4-chlorophenyl)piperazine1-(4-chlorophenyl)piperazine: increases serotonin & decreases 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid concentration in rat brain 6 hours after administration; RN given refers to parent cpd
cp-55,940
u 74006ftirilazad: a lazaroid; potent inhibitor of iron-dependent lipid peroxidation; has shown excellent activity in in vivo models of experimental central nervous system trauma & ischemia; structure given in first source; tradename Freedoxcorticosteroid hormone
pramipexolepramipexole : A member of the class of benzothiazoles that is 4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1,3-benzothiazole in which the hydrogens at the 2 and 6-pro-S-positions are substituted by amino and propylamino groups, respectively.

Pramipexole: A benzothiazole derivative and dopamine agonist with antioxidant properties that is used in the treatment of PARKINSON DISEASE and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.
benzothiazoles;
diamine
antidyskinesia agent;
antiparkinson drug;
dopamine agonist;
radical scavenger
sb 204070a
levalbuterolLevalbuterol: The R-isomer of albuterol.albuterol
ici 89406ICI 89406: RN given refers to parent cpdureas
ersentilideersentilide: has class II & III activities; RN given refers to (+-)-isomer; structure given in first source; CK-4000 (S- isomer); CK-4001 (R- isomer)
sc 53116SC 53116: serotonin agonist; pyrrolizidine cpd but not alkaloid; structure given in first source
alpha-ergocryptinealpha-ergocryptine : Ergotaman bearing hydroxy, isopropyl, and 2-methylpropyl groups at the 12', 2' and 5' positions, respectively, and oxo groups at positions 3', 6', and 18. It is a natural ergot alkaloid. Ergocryptine discussed in the literature prior to 1967, when beta-ergocryptine was separated from alpha-ergocryptine, is now referred to as alpha-ergocryptine.

ergocryptine: a component of the ergotoxine complex; it is the main ergot alkaloid of Japanese & South American wid grasses; minor descriptor (76-86); on-line & INDEX MEDICUS search ERGOLINES (76-86); RN given refers to ((5'alpha)-isomer)
ergot alkaloid
1,1'-biphenyl-4-yl-boronic acid
cyanopindololindoles
xamoterolXamoterol: A phenoxypropanolamine derivative that is a selective beta-1-adrenergic agonist.morpholines
4-hydroxybenzyl isothiocyanate4-hydroxybenzyl isothiocyanate: found in white mustard; structure in first sourcephenols
n-demethyllysergic acid diethylamideN-demethyllysergic acid diethylamide: RN given refers to (betaa)-isomer
nantenine, (+-)-isomer
sibenadetsibenadet: structure in first source
1-(4-methoxyphenyl)piperazine1-(4-methoxyphenyl)piperazine: a designer drug; structure in first source
L-isoprenalineL-isoprenaline : An optically active phenylethanolamine compound having an isopropyl substituent attached to the nitrogen atom.catecholamine;
phenylethanolamines
beta-adrenergic agonist;
sympathomimetic agent
darifenacindarifenacin : 2-[(3S)-1-Ethylpyrrolidin-3-yl]-2,2-diphenylacetamide in which one of the hydrogens at the 2-position of the ethyl group is substituted by a 2,3-dihydro-1-benzofuran-5-yl group. It is a selective antagonist for the M3 muscarinic acetylcholine receptor, which is primarily responsible for bladder muscle contractions, and is used as the hydrobromide salt in the management of urinary incontinence.1-benzofurans;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
pyrrolidines
antispasmodic drug;
muscarinic antagonist
dihydroergocristine monomesylatedihydroergocristine mesylate : The methanesulfonic acid salt of dihydroergocristine. It has been used as the for the symptomatic treatment of mental deterioration associated with cerebrovascular insufficiency and in peripheral vascular disease. It is also a component of ergoloid mesylate (codergocrine mesilate), a mixture of ergot alkaloid derivatives that is used as a vasodilator and has shown mild benefits in the treatment of vascular dementia.methanesulfonate saltalpha-adrenergic antagonist;
geroprotector;
vasodilator agent
diethylstilbestroldiethylstilbestrol : An olefinic compound that is trans-hex-3-ene in which the hydrogens at positions 3 and 4 have been replaced by p-hydroxyphenyl groups.

Diethylstilbestrol: A synthetic nonsteroidal estrogen used in the treatment of menopausal and postmenopausal disorders. It was also used formerly as a growth promoter in animals. According to the Fourth Annual Report on Carcinogens (NTP 85-002, 1985), diethylstilbestrol has been listed as a known carcinogen. (Merck, 11th ed)
olefinic compound;
polyphenol
antifungal agent;
antineoplastic agent;
autophagy inducer;
calcium channel blocker;
carcinogenic agent;
EC 1.1.1.146 (11beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase) inhibitor;
EC 3.6.3.10 (H(+)/K(+)-exchanging ATPase) inhibitor;
endocrine disruptor;
xenoestrogen
Tetrahydropiperinebenzodioxoles
geraniol3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-ol;
monoterpenoid;
primary alcohol
allergen;
fragrance;
plant metabolite;
volatile oil component
piperinepiperine : A N-acylpiperidine that is piperidine substituted by a (1E,3E)-1-(1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)-5-oxopenta-1,3-dien-5-yl group at the nitrogen atom. It is an alkaloid isolated from the plant Piper nigrum.benzodioxoles;
N-acylpiperidine;
piperidine alkaloid;
tertiary carboxamide
food component;
human blood serum metabolite;
NF-kappaB inhibitor;
plant metabolite
ilepcimideilepcimide: structure given in first source; RN given refers to compound with no isomeric designationbenzodioxoles
nerolnerol : The (2Z)-stereoisomer of 3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-ol. It has been isolated from the essential oils from plants like lemon grass.3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-olfragrance;
plant metabolite;
volatile oil component
cannabidiolcannabidiol : An cannabinoid that is cyclohexene which is substituted by a methyl group at position 1, a 2,6-dihydroxy-4-pentylphenyl group at position 3, and a prop-1-en-2-yl group at position 4.

Cannabidiol: Compound isolated from Cannabis sativa extract.
olefinic compound;
phytocannabinoid;
resorcinols
antimicrobial agent;
plant metabolite
(1S,2R)-2-(octylamino)-1-[4-(propan-2-ylthio)phenyl]-1-propanolalkylbenzene
sb 366791N-(3-methoxyphenyl)-4-chlorocinnamanilide: a TRPV1 antagonist; structure in first source
(e)-3-(4-t-butylphenyl)-n-(2,3-dihydrobenzo(b)(1,4)dioxin-6-yl)acrylamide3-(4-t-butylphenyl)-N-(2,3-dihydrobenzo(b)(1,4)dioxin-6-yl)acrylamide: a vanilloid receptor 1 antagonist and antihyperalgesic agent; structure in first source
(S)-(-)-pindololpindolol
ritodrine(1S,2R)-ritodrine : A 4-[2-[[1-hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propan-2-yl]amino]ethyl]phenol that has (1S,2R)-configuration.4-[2-[[1-hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propan-2-yl]amino]ethyl]phenol
4,4-dicarboxy-5-pyridoxylproline
hc 0300312-(1,3-dimethyl-2,6-dioxo-1,2,3,6-tetrahydro-7H-purin-7-yl)-N-(4-isopropylphenyl)acetamide: a TRPA1 channel blocker
zucapsaicinmethoxybenzenes;
phenols
capsaicinALGRX-4975: an injectable capsaicin (TRPV1 receptor agonist) formulation for longlasting pain relief

capsaicinoid : A family of aromatic fatty amides produced as secondary metabolites by chilli peppers.
capsaicinoidnon-narcotic analgesic;
TRPV1 agonist;
voltage-gated sodium channel blocker
enclomipheneEnclomiphene: The trans or (E)-isomer of clomiphene.
geranyl acetategeranyl acetate : A monoterpenoid that is the acetate ester derivative of geraniol.

geranyl acetate: constituted about 90% of the palmarosa oil
acetate ester;
monoterpenoid
plant metabolite
capsazepinecapsazepine : A benzazepine that is 2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-1H-2-benzazepine which is substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 7 and 8 and on the nitrogen atom by a 2-(p-chlorophenyl)ethylaminothiocarbonyl group. A synthetic analogue of capsaicin, it was the first reported capsaicin receptor antagonist.

capsazepine: modified capsaicin molecule; a capsaicin receptor antagonist
benzazepine;
catechols;
monochlorobenzenes;
thioureas
capsaicin receptor antagonist
tamoxifenstilbenoid;
tertiary amino compound
angiogenesis inhibitor;
antineoplastic agent;
bone density conservation agent;
EC 1.2.3.1 (aldehyde oxidase) inhibitor;
EC 2.7.11.13 (protein kinase C) inhibitor;
estrogen antagonist;
estrogen receptor antagonist;
estrogen receptor modulator
hc-067047HC-067047: a TRPA1 antagonist; structure in first source
phorbol 12-phenylacetate 13-acetate 20-homovanillatephorbol 12-phenylacetate 13-acetate 20-homovanillate: behavior contrasts with resiniferatoxin and capsaicin in the lack of cooperativity in binding vanilloid (capsaicin) receptor
arformoterolarformoterol : An N-[2-hydroxy-5-(1-hydroxy-2-{[1-(4-methoxyphenyl)propan-2-yl]amino}ethyl)phenyl]formamide in which both of the stereocentres have R configuration. The active enantiomer of formoterol, it is administered by inhalation (generally as the tartrate salt) as a direct-acting sympathomimetic and bronchodilator for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (any progressive respiratory disease that makes it harder to breathe over time, such as chronic bronchitis and emphysema).N-[2-hydroxy-5-(1-hydroxy-2-{[1-(4-methoxyphenyl)propan-2-yl]amino}ethyl)phenyl]formamideanti-asthmatic drug;
beta-adrenergic agonist;
bronchodilator agent
ru 42173RU 42173: structure given in first sourcebenzazepine
sb-224289SB 224289 : A member of the class of benzamides obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of 2'-methyl-4'-(5-methyl-1,2,4-oxadiazol-3-yl)biphenyl-4-carboxylic acid with the secondary amino group of 1'-methyl-6,7-dihydro-5H-spiro[furo[2,3-f]indole-3,4'-piperidine]. Selective 5-HT1B receptor antagonist (pKi = 8.2). Displays >60-fold selectivity over 5-HT1D, 5-HT1A, 5-HT1E, 5-HT1F, 5-HT2A and 5-HT2C receptors in radioligand binding and functional assays. Centrally active following oral administration in vivo.1,2,4-oxadiazole;
azaspiro compound;
benzamides;
organic heterotetracyclic compound
serotonergic antagonist
rn 1734RN 1734: a TRPV4 antagonist; structure in first source
3-[2-[4-(2-methoxyphenyl)-1-piperazinyl]ethyl]-1,5-dihydropyrimido[5,4-b]indole-2,4-dionepiperazines;
pyrimido-indole
6-iodonordihydrocapsaicin6-iodonordihydrocapsaicin: a TRPV1 antagonistmethoxybenzenes;
phenols
pinosylvinpinosylvin: phytoalexin found in pine and eucalyptuspinosylvin
harmineharmine : A harmala alkaloid in which the harman skeleton is methoxy-substituted at C-7.

Harmine: Alkaloid isolated from seeds of PEGANUM HARMALA; ZYGOPHYLLACEAE. It is identical to banisterine, or telepathine, from Banisteria caapi and is one of the active ingredients of hallucinogenic drinks made in the western Amazon region from related plants. It has no therapeutic use, but (as banisterine) was hailed as a cure for postencephalitic PARKINSON DISEASE in the 1920's.
harmala alkaloidanti-HIV agent;
EC 1.4.3.4 (monoamine oxidase) inhibitor;
metabolite
montelukastmontelukast: a leukotriene D4 receptor antagonistaliphatic sulfide;
monocarboxylic acid;
quinolines
anti-arrhythmia drug;
anti-asthmatic drug;
leukotriene antagonist
Pinosylvin methyl etherstilbenoid
pterostilbenediether;
methoxybenzenes;
stilbenol
anti-inflammatory agent;
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
apoptosis inducer;
hypoglycemic agent;
neuroprotective agent;
neurotransmitter;
plant metabolite;
radical scavenger
shogaolshogaol: from ginger, ZINGIBER OFFICINALE; less mutagenic than GINGEROL; structure given in first sourceenone;
monomethoxybenzene;
phenols
anandamideanandamide : An N-acylethanolamine 20:4 resulting from the formal condensation of carboxy group of arachidonic acid with the amino group of ethanolamine.endocannabinoid;
N-acylethanolamine 20:4
human blood serum metabolite;
neurotransmitter;
vasodilator agent
arachidonyl dopaminearachidonyl dopamine: a ligand for the vanilloid receptor VR1catechols;
fatty amide;
N-(fatty acyl)-dopamine;
secondary carboxamide
4,4'-dihydroxystilbenestilbene-4,4'-diol
linoleoyl ethanolamidelinoleoyl ethanolamide : An N-acylethanolamine 18:2 that is the ethanolamide of linoleic acid.

linoleoyl ethanolamide: RN given for (Z,Z)-isomer
N-acylethanolamine 18:2EC 3.5.1.99 (fatty acid amide hydrolase) inhibitor
n-oleoylethanolamineN-oleoylethanolamine: ceramidase inhibitor

oleoyl ethanolamide : An N-(long-chain-acyl)ethanolamine that is the ethanolamide of oleic acid. The monounsaturated analogue of the endocannabinoid anandamide.
endocannabinoid;
N-(long-chain-acyl)ethanolamine;
N-acylethanolamine 18:1
EC 3.5.1.23 (ceramidase) inhibitor;
geroprotector;
PPARalpha agonist
4-hydroxystilbene4-hydroxystilbene: RN given refers to cpd without isomeric designation

stilben-4-ol : A phenol having the structure of stilbene with a hydroxy function at C-4 of one of the phenyl rings; the stereochemistry across the alkene bond is not specified.
stilben-4-ol
olvanilmethoxybenzenes;
phenols
obelinobelin: calcium-sensitive photoprotein obtained from the hydroid Obelia geniculata
cl 316243disodium (R,R)-5-(2-((2-(3-chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxyethyl)-amino)propyl)-1,3-benzodioxole-2,3-dicarboxylate: structure given in first source
cannabigerolcannabigerol : A member of the class of resorcinols that is resorcinol which is substituted by a (2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl group at position 2 and by a pentyl group at position 5. It is a natural product found in Cannabis sativa and Helichrysum species.

cannabigerol: RN given refers to (E)-isomer; structure given in first source
phytocannabinoid;
resorcinols
anti-inflammatory agent;
antibacterial agent;
antioxidant;
appetite enhancer;
cannabinoid receptor agonist;
neuroprotective agent;
plant metabolite
3,5-dimethoxy-trans-stilbene3,5-dimethoxystilbene: structure in first sourcestilbenoid
albaconolalbaconol: from the mushroom Albatrellus; structure in first source
Piperaninebenzodioxoles
piperlongumininepiperlonguminine: from Piper longum; structure in first sourcebenzodioxoles
oxiconazoleoxiconazole : An oxime O-ether that is the 2,4-dichlorobenzyl ether of the oxime obtained by formal condensation of hydroxylamine with the carbonyl group of acetopnenone in which the phenyl group is substituted by chlorines at positions 2 and 4, and in which one of the hydrogens of the methyl group is replaced by a 1H-imidazol-1-yl group. An antifungal agent, it is used (generally as the nitrate salt) in creams and powders for the topical treatment of fungal skin infections.

oxiconazole: RN given refers to parent cpd(Z)-isomer; structure given in first source
conazole antifungal drug;
dichlorobenzene;
imidazole antifungal drug;
imidazoles;
oxime O-ether
antiinfective agent
3,4',5-trimethoxystilbene3,4',5-trimethoxystilbene: structure in first source
catharanthinealkaloid ester;
bridged compound;
methyl ester;
monoterpenoid indole alkaloid;
organic heteropentacyclic compound;
tertiary amino compound
ici 118551ICI 118551 : An indane substituted at position 7 by a methyl group and at position 4 by a 3-(isopropylamino)-2-hydroxybutoxy group (the 2R,3S-diastereomer).

ICI 118551: RN given refers to (R*,R*)-(+-)-isomer; structure in first source; ICI 111581 is hydrochloride of ICI 118551
aromatic ether;
indanes;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
beta-adrenergic antagonist
tiotropiumtiotropium : A quaternary ammonium ion obtained by methylation of the tertiary amino group of (1alpha,2beta,4beta,5alpha,7beta)-7-[(hydroxydi-2-thienylacetyl)oxy]-9-methyl-3-oxa-9-azoniatricyclo[3.3.1.0(2,4)]nonane. Used (in the form of the bromide hydrate) for maintenance treatment of airflow obstruction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
vx680N-arylpiperazine
phentolamine
iodoresiniferatoxiniodoresiniferatoxin: a vanilloid receptor 1 antagonist
arvanilarvanil: structure in first sourcemethoxybenzenes;
phenols
gw 1929GW 1929: activates peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma; structure in first sourcebenzophenones
cgp 12177a
dihydrexidinephenanthridines
7-hydroxy-2-n,n-dipropylaminotetralin, (r)-isomer
ici 215001ICI 215001: active metabolite of ICI D7114; no other info avail 9/92monocarboxylic acid
am 404anilide
nps2143
pmx 53
indacaterolindacaterol : A monohydroxyquinoline that consists of 5-[(1R)-2-amino-1-hydroxyethyl]-8-hydroxyquinolin-2-one having a 5,6-diethylindan-2-yl group attached to the amino function. Used as the maleate salt for treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

indacaterol: a beta2 adrenoceptor agonist; indacaterol is the (R)-isomer; structure in first source
indanes;
monohydroxyquinoline;
quinolone;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
beta-adrenergic agonist;
bronchodilator agent
1-isoquinolin-5-yl-3-(4-trifluoromethyl-benzyl)-urea1-isoquinolin-5-yl-3-(4-trifluoromethyl-benzyl)-urea: structure in first source
l 755507L 755507: a benzenesulfonamide derivative; structure in first source
brl 37344BRL 37344: SB 206606 is the (R,R)-isomermonocarboxylic acid
ml 002537642-(2-(2-(5-bromo-2-methoxyphenyl)ethyl)-3-fluorophenyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole: structure in first source
solabegronsolabegron : A carboxybiphenyl that is [biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid carrying a (2-{[(2R)-2-(3-chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxyethyl]amino}ethyl)nitrilo group at the 3' position. A selective beta3-adrenergic receptor agonist currently in clinical development for the treatment of overactive bladder and irritable bowel syndrome.

solabegron: GW-427353 is the (R)-isomer;
carboxybiphenyl;
monochlorobenzenes;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound;
substituted aniline
beta-adrenergic agonist
shu 9119SHU 9119: an agouti mimetic; structure in first source
sb 705498SB 705498: structure in first source
bms-470539BMS-470539: a selective small molecule agonist of the melanocortin-1 receptor inhibits lipopolysaccharide-induced cytokine accumulation and leukocyte infiltration in mice; structure in first source
n-(4-tert-butylphenyl)-4-(3-chloropyridin-2-yl)tetrahydropyrazine-1(2h)-carboxamideN-(4-tert-butylphenyl)-4-(3-chloropyridin-2-yl)tetrahydropyrazine-1(2H)-carboxamide: a vanilloid receptor 1 antagonist and analgesic; structure in first sourcepiperazines;
pyridines
bremelanotidebremelanotide: a synthetic peptide analogue of alpha-MSH, is an agonist at melanocortin receptors including the MC3R and MC4R, which are expressed primarily in the central nervous system;oligopeptide
4-n-butyl-1-(4-(2-methylphenyl)-4-oxo-1-butyl)-piperidine hydrogen chloride
trantinteroltrantinterol: beta(2)-adrenoceptor agonist, structure in first source
arachidonoylserotoninarachidonoylserotonin: an NSAID with antinociceptive activity; fatty acid amide hydrolase inhibitor; structure in first source

N-arachidonoylserotonin : An N-acylserotonin obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of arachidonic acid with the primary amino group of serotonin.
N-acylserotonin;
phenols
anti-inflammatory agent;
anticonvulsant;
antioxidant;
capsaicin receptor antagonist;
EC 3.5.1.99 (fatty acid amide hydrolase) inhibitor;
human metabolite;
signalling molecule
l 748,337L 748,337: a huamn beta3-adrenergic receptor antagonist; structure in first source
77-lh-28-177-LH-28-1: a CNS penetrant, selective M1 muscarinic receptor agonist, structure in first source
jyl 1421JYL 1421: a vanilloid receptor antagonist; structure in first source
sb-649915SB-649915: potent 5-HT1A and 5-HT1B autoreceptor antagonist and 5-HT re-uptake inhibitor
l 764646
batefenterolbatefenterol: a bronchodilator
acetyl-histidyl-phenylalanyl-arginyl-tryptophanamide
ac-his-dphe-arg-trp-nh2
abt 102ABT 102: a TRPV1 antagonist; structure in first source
5-hydroxy-2-n,n-dipropylaminotetralin, (s)-isomer
jnj 17203212
a 7841681-(3-(trifluoromethyl)pyridin-2-yl)-N-(4-(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)phenyl)-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine-4-carboxamide: a TRPV1 antagonist
naluzotannaluzotan: an antidepressant and anti-anxiety agent; structure in first source
olodaterolaromatic ether;
benzoxazine;
phenols;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
beta-adrenergic agonist;
bronchodilator agent
ly2183240LY2183240: structure in first sourcebiphenyls
methylphenidateN-phenyl-4-(quinolin-2-ylmethyl)piperazine-1-carboxamide: a fatty acid amide hydrolase inhibitor; structure in first source
cannabidivarincannabidivarin: from Cannabis sativamonoterpenoid
rm-493setmelanotide: an anti-obesity agent
amg 517
a 803467A 803467: an Nav1.8 sodium channel blocker; structure in first source
alpha-mshpeptide hormoneanti-inflammatory agent
msh, 4-nle-7-phe-alpha-polypeptidedermatologic drug
sp 2033-fluoro-5-(2-(2-(fluoromethyl)thiazol-4-yl)ethynyl)benzonitrile: a radioligand for mGlu5 receptor; structure in first source
mavatrepmavatrep: a transient receptor potential vanilloid 1 antagonist; structure in first source
gsk 1016790aGSK1016790A : A tertiary carboxamide that is piperazine in which one of the amino groups has undergone condensation with the carboxy group of N-[(2,4-dichlorophenyl)sulfonyl]-L-serine, while the other has undergone condensation with the carboxy group of N-(1-benzothiophen-2-ylcarbonyl)-L-leucine. It is a cell-permeable, potent and selective agonist of the TRPV4 (transient receptor potential vanilloid 4) channel.1-benzothiophenes;
aromatic primary alcohol;
dichlorobenzene;
N-acylpiperazine;
sulfonamide;
tertiary carboxamide
TRPV4 agonist
am 6701
nitd 609NITD 609: an antimalarial and coccidiostat; structure in first source
voacristinevoacristine: indole alkaloid from leaves of Ervatamia coronaria; RN given for 20(S)-isomer; structure given in first source
bi167107BI167107: structure in first source
abt 116ABT 116: a TRPV1 antagonist with analgesic activity; structure in first source
n,n-diallyl-5-methoxytryptamineN,N-diallyl-5-methoxytryptamine: structure in first sourcetryptamines
bix 02565